Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 12 hours ago
Kalamba Games returns for Part 2 of our Spotlight series — this time diving into strategy, expansion, product innovation, partnerships, and what it really takes to scale a modern iGaming studio.
Hosted by Ulrich Gilot, with John and Kai from Kalamba Games, this conversation goes deeper into the business engine behind their recent success.
This episode reveals how Kalamba is building beyond slots while staying true to its core culture, values, and “keep it simple” philosophy.
⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 - Picking up from Part 1
01:33 - How Kalamba balances tech + commercial input
03:11 - The strategy behind building their own RGS
05:29 - Maintaining culture, process, and high-touch service
08:57 - Reputation, trust, and long-term relationships
10:18 - Entering regulated markets & why it matters
11:04 - Progressive Tournaments explained
13:06 - Why prize progression boosts engagement
17:01 - Entertainment vs. “playing to win”
20:32 - Simplicity as a design philosophy
21:12 - New market expansion: Romania, Greece, Ontario
24:11 - Innovating within regulatory constraints
25:37 - Building a full portfolio: slots, crash, instant games
27:23 - Scaling without losing momentum
29:13 - Visiting operators vs. events
30:55 - Why relationships drive the entire business
31:57 - Final thoughts
🎙️ Hosted by Ulrich Gilot
👤 Featuring:
John Cutler: linkedin.com/in/john-cutler-bb413a47
Kai Botha: linkedin.com/in/kai-botha-645b297b
🔗 Learn more about Kalamba Games: kalambagames.com
👉 Like, share, and subscribe for more exclusive insights from the industry's top minds.
Kalamba Games returns for Part 2 of our Spotlight series — this time diving into strategy, expansion, product innovation, partnerships, and what it really takes to scale a modern iGaming studio.
Hosted by Ulrich Gilot, with John and Kai from Kalamba Games, this conversation goes deeper into the business engine behind their recent success.
This episode reveals how Kalamba is building beyond slots while staying true to its core culture, values, and “keep it simple” philosophy.
⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 - Picking up from Part 1
01:33 - How Kalamba balances tech + commercial input
03:11 - The strategy behind building their own RGS
05:29 - Maintaining culture, process, and high-touch service
08:57 - Reputation, trust, and long-term relationships
10:18 - Entering regulated markets & why it matters
11:04 - Progressive Tournaments explained
13:06 - Why prize progression boosts engagement
17:01 - Entertainment vs. “playing to win”
20:32 - Simplicity as a design philosophy
21:12 - New market expansion: Romania, Greece, Ontario
24:11 - Innovating within regulatory constraints
25:37 - Building a full portfolio: slots, crash, instant games
27:23 - Scaling without losing momentum
29:13 - Visiting operators vs. events
30:55 - Why relationships drive the entire business
31:57 - Final thoughts
🎙️ Hosted by Ulrich Gilot
👤 Featuring:
John Cutler: linkedin.com/in/john-cutler-bb413a47
Kai Botha: linkedin.com/in/kai-botha-645b297b
🔗 Learn more about Kalamba Games: kalambagames.com
👉 Like, share, and subscribe for more exclusive insights from the industry's top minds.
